British heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua is in a stable condition in hospital after being involved in a serious road traffic accident in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two of his close friends and team members.
Tragedy on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
The incident occurred on the morning of Monday 29 December 2025 along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. Unverified footage circulating online showed the 36-year-old boxer appearing dazed and topless inside a vehicle surrounded by what looked like shattered glass.
Joshua was on holiday in Nigeria following his high-profile victory over Jake Paul on 19 December. A spokesperson for the athlete confirmed he sustained injuries in the crash and was taken to hospital for treatment and observation, where he remains in a stable condition.
Remembering Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele
The two fatalities have been named as Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, both described as long-term friends and integral members of Joshua's team. Ghami served as Joshua's strength and conditioning coach, while Ayodele worked as a trainer.
In a poignant reminder of their closeness, both Joshua and Ayodele had posted footage of themselves playing table tennis on their Instagram accounts just hours before the fatal accident.
A statement from Joshua's spokesperson expressed profound sadness: "It is with the deepest and most profound sadness that we confirm, following a road traffic accident in Lagos Nigeria earlier today, the death of Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele. Both were close friends and integral members of Anthony’s team."
Appeal for Privacy and Ongoing Recovery
The spokesperson urgently requested privacy for the grieving families as they process the devastating news. "We respectfully ask that space and privacy be given to the families at this time while they process this truly shocking and devastating news," the statement continued.
Anthony Joshua's condition is currently described as stable, and he is expected to remain under medical supervision for further observation. The boxing world and fans globally are awaiting further updates on his recovery while mourning the loss of two key figures in his camp.
